Perhaps this was the best Memorial Day photo.
Remember Sam?
https://jenniefitzkee.com/2023/03/30/what-would-mr-ro…rue-story-of-sam/
He was the child who needed to talk, and to have someone listen to him. Really listen.
Sam loves the military, so when Master Sergeant Michael Kennedy spoke at our Memorial Day Remembrance, Sam was beside himself. And then, he got to meet and shake hands with Michael.
It gets better.
Michael understood Sam. He listened. Sam talked and talked. The two were ‘one’. The photo captures that moment.
Jennie
About Jennie
I have been teaching preschool for over forty years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about.
I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
Remember Sam?
A Teacher's Reflections 
Great, Jeannie.
Thank you, from Jennie. 🙂
Yeah I thought I had made that mistake I just couldn’t find it.
No worries, John. Yesterday I called Norah Ritu. Sheesh!
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this is an incredible connection and a powerful photo capture
Thank you, Beth. I’m glad you felt the same way.
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This is so beautiful 💜
A picture is worth a thousand words. Thank you, Willow. 💕
Precious 🥰
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Wonderful!
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The perfect moment captured as a photo. That will be one to treasure.
Best wishes, Pete.
I feel the same way, Pete. Best to you.
A remarkable photo, Jennie!
A picture is worth a thousand words. Thank you, GP.
Gorgeous!
Thank you, Norah. 💕
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What a moving photo!! Thank you for sharing this touching story and wonderful image.
Thank you!
I do remember Sam. And what a perfect picture in so many ways.
Thanks so much, Darlene. It really does say a lot.
This is the best. We all need someone to listen, and Sam will never forget this moment.
Yes, we all do. Thanks, Pete. I think Sam will remember how it made him feel.
Oh my. I love this story. What a gift for each of them.
Yes indeed! Thank you, Jacqui.
What Jacqui ^ said! 😍
There is a special alchemy when two strangers, two generations meet.
That’s a good point, Pam.
An amazing photo, Jennie. So sweet and meaningful. A great tribute to Memorial Day. ❤
Thank you, Diana. 🙂
How lovely 💗
Thank you.
That shot will prove iconic one day. A beautiful capture. A special day for Sam. ❤
Yes, I think that shot will prove iconic. It speaks to me. It was a special day for Sam. ❤️
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Wonderful image and story. My stepson was a career Air Force man, now retired, and I have great admiration for such people.